WinPC-NC is a software program which turns any personal computer running the Windows operating system into a universal NC controller. Since the year 2000, WinPC-NC has delivered more than thirty thousand copies to users around the globe. Twenty languages are currently supported and more are being added.

WinPC-NC is constantly being refined, upgraded, and improved. Feedback is always welcome. Quotes for custom versions and integration services will be provided upon request.

These versions are only available bundled with a machine provided by the company Stepcraft.

WinPC-NC Starter is used for bringing up a new machine and its initial testing. Although limited to two tools, it is possible to engrave tags, mill, make PCBs, and mill dimensional objects. The size of the objects is unlimited.

WinPC-NC Starter can be upgraded to WinPC-NC USB by obtaining a license and using the Stepcraft machine unmodified.

WinPC-NC Economy

WinPC-NC Economy is a software only product. Machine control is performed via one or two IEEE 1284 parallel printer (LPT) ports.

WinPC-NC Economy has additional features and is capable of 2.5, 3 and 4 axis control. It is also offered in versions which use well known SMC stepper cards.

WinPC-NC Economy requires a 32-bit version of Windows 7 and is only available in WinPC-NC version 2.5.

Please refer the function matrix for a detailed description of features.

WinPC-NC USB

WinPC-NC USB includes a USB cable and our external ncUSB module. One or two IEEE 1284 parallel ports can be used for machine control.

WinPC-NC USB is a full featured offering. It is capable of 2.5, 3, and 4 axis control.

Please refer the function matrix for a detailed description of features.

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WinPC-NC Light

WinPC-NC Light includes a USB cable and our external nc100 module. One IEEE 1284 parallel port can be used for machine control.

WinPC-NC Light is capable of 2.5, and 3 axis control and can be upgraded to WinPC-NC USB, with or without additional hardware.

Please refer the function matrix for a detailed description of features.

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Why external USB modules?

The external USB modules offloads the PC from having to perform timing critical operations. This makes low overhead, very stable operation possible.

WinPC-NC Professional, in conjuction with our CNCCONS controller, provides the very finest quality machine control possible. It can meet the strictest demands, both in the industrial sector or for ambitious projects.

By offloading computationally intensiveand timing criticaloperations to the CNCCONS controller, the Windows PC is free to perform other tasks while NC operations are being performed.

A CNCCONS controller can be custom configured to met any customer requirements. For example, it is possible to configure the digital inputs and outputs for industry standard 24V logic or 0-10V operation typically used for spindle speed control.

Safety related sensors for doors, protection hoods, liquid levels, air pressure, physical positions, and even external components can be monitored. Each monitored sensor can have bounds established with definable warning signals generated as necessary.

TheCNCCONS runs a real-time operating system and offers customer accessible API routines. Commands and data can easily be generated or transmitted to other platforms (e.g. PLC controllers) and software. Customers can develop their own programs or request integration services.

The CNCCONS programming manual can be provided upon request.

We can provide complete solutions with motor power stages in casings. The advantage is smooth and immediate interactions between all components. No complex setup procedure or signal procedures are required.

On the fly Z height correction (inputs or keys), best for
plasma or oxy cutting, surface finding probe

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Dual X axis support; homing adjustment function

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Multiple head support

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Variois counters and timers, machine/spindle run time

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Packaging

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Manual: PDF / printed (optional)

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Should you have further questions, require more detailed information, or would like a quote for a custom version or integration services, please do not hesitate to contact us by email(This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.).